Tooth decay has the dubious distinction of being the #1 chronic childhood illness in America. According to the National Children’s Oral Health Foundation®, one in five children go without dental care and more than 40% of children have cavities by the time they reach kindergarten. Beyond the immediate health concerns this represents, kids with poor […]

In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates 19 percent of kids between the ages of 2 and 19 have untreated cavities. It’s up to parents to help kids learn good oral hygiene habits early in order to enjoy a healthier smile. Here are some of […]

February marks the return of National Children’s Dental Health Month, with the theme “Defeat Monster Mouth” National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM) is observed every February around the world, and is sponsored by the American Dental Association® (ADA) and their public oral hygiene resource – Mouth Healthy™. The impetus behind NCDHM is the goal of early adoption […]

Share the importance of good dental health habits with your children. Have them color these cute coloring pages from Smile Generation-trusted offices My Kid’s Dentist and Every Kid’s Dentist. “Good night, sleep tight. Don’t let the sugar bugs bite.” “Sharks have 3,000 teeth. They can afford to lose a few. You only get 2 sets […]

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and this year’s slogan is “Get a Gold Medal Smile.” Here are ways you can get your children to go for the gold with their oral health. Make an appointment with your dentist. Practice good oral hygiene habits – brush 2x a day and floss daily. Discuss healthy […]

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM). NCDHM observances began in Ohio in February 1941. Since then, the concept has grown into a nationwide program, spearheaded by the American Dental Association (ADA) which held its first national observance of Children’s Dental Health Day on February 8, 1949. The slogan for this year’s campaign is […]